Description
When Every Shot Must Taste the Same
Indian cafés running back-to-back service can’t afford temperature drift between the tenth and the hundredth espresso. The KvdW Mirage espresso machine holds its brew temperature through a copper heat-exchanger boiler built for exactly this kind of pressure.
Built Around a Thermo-Syphon Core
A large copper steam boiler acts as the primary heat source, while dedicated heat exchangers flash-heat water through a continuous thermo-syphon loop between the boiler and each group head. There is no electric resistance heater at the group — just a constant, massive thermal reservoir.
Stability by design
- 4 kg solid brass group head per station for deep thermal inertia
- Internal restrictors (1.5mm standard) let baristas fine-tune group temperature for dark or light roasts
- Crossflow cooling pre-warms incoming water using outgoing hot water
- No electrical group heaters — recovery relies on boiler thermal mass, not resistance elements
Facts That Matter on the Bar
Boiler Capacity
13 litres on the Duette, 19 litres on the Triplette — sized for two- and three-group volume respectively.
Heating Power
Duette runs 3,200W normal / 4,800W high; Triplette runs a fixed 6,000W, always on 3-phase.
Extraction Pressure
9 bar pump-assisted extraction, with expansion valves rated 11–12 bar and solenoid backup at 15 bar.
Group Head Mass
Each group is machined from 4 kg of solid brass, holding temperature steady through long, demanding shifts.
Power Supply
Rated 220–240V, 50–60Hz — compatible with Indian mains, with 1-phase or 3-phase options on the Duette.
Build Material
High-grade copper and brass throughout, with high-pressure rated solenoid valves for industrial-length service life.
Duette vs Triplette
| Specification | Mirage Duette | Mirage Triplette |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Boiler | 13 Litres | 19 Litres |
| Heating Power | 3,200W / 4,800W | 6,000W |
| Phase Options | 1-Phase or 3-Phase | 3-Phase only |
| Groups | 2 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I flush before pulling a shot on the Mirage?
KvdW recommends a brief 30–45cc flush to bring the group neck to temperature. Longer flushes cool the brass group and work against the machine’s thermal design.
Can I adjust brew temperature for different roast profiles?
Yes. Internal restrictors, 1.5mm as standard, control flow through the thermo-syphon loop, letting you dial in lower temperatures for dark roasts or higher for light roasts without touching boiler pressure.
Does the Mirage need three-phase power in India?
The Triplette is 3-phase only. The Duette offers a 1-phase option, which suits many Indian café electrical setups.
How does the Mirage recover between back-to-back shots?
Recovery comes from the boiler’s thermal mass, not an electric group heater, so the machine is built to pull dozens of shots consecutively without temperature sag.
What safety systems are built in?
Integrated expansion valves rated 11–12 bar and a solenoid backup rated 15 bar protect the system during continuous commercial use.
Who Should Buy the KvdW Mirage Espresso Machine
The KvdW Mirage espresso machine belongs in high-volume Indian cafés and specialty roasteries where consistency across hundreds of shots a day is non-negotiable. It is not built for occasional home use — it is engineered for teams that need Dutch-built reliability, shift after shift.
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